Although we are not unfamiliar with SAIC and Audi brands, combining them together has become a new existence - SAIC Audi. Now, the all-new brand has officially launched its first luxury flagship model, the Audi A7L. How amazing will he be? In Xiamen, Throttle Jun and this "novice" slipped along the ring road.
The new Audi A7L, positioned in the C+ performance executive car, is the pioneering work of SAIC Audi, from scratch to a breakthrough, but also carries the brand's hope to occupy a place in the luxury car market. In addition to driving tuning with distinctive brand characteristics, SAIC Audi has created an excellent appearance for the new A7L, incorporating a lot of intelligent technology, and at the same time, through a series of attractive configurations, holding the user's discerning taste.
Flagship, first of all, is the shaping of the shape. The new A7L is inspired by the Audi Prologue concept car, with its sleek lines. From a distance, the new car has a slender and low body, 3026 mm wheelbase, 5076 mm long, 1908 mm wide and 1429 mm high, combining the style and dynamic beauty of the coupe. The new Audi A7L features a unique mid-mesh grille, with sharply contoured side air intakes, 20-inch star-insignia wheels and frameless doors, forming an important identification element of the vehicle.
Pull open the bezel-less doors of the new Audi A7L and bring the tech of the luxury digital cockpit to the forefront. On the center console, the 12.3-inch digital meter and the 10.1-inch + 8.6-inch central control display are the focus of the entire vision. The two split central control displays have a clear division of labor, with the upper part responsible for controlling the infotainment system and the lower part for operating air conditioning, shortcut functions and entering text. In use, the system experience is quite good, the logic is clear, and the response is fast. The MMI system, which is up-to-date, replaces numerous buttons and controls with a display with touch feedback, making it more spatially and formally more minimalist.
At the rear center armrest, the new Audi A7L also offers a touch display. Whether it is seat heating/ventilation/massage, air conditioning mode, or mood light adjustment, it is very easy to operate. In addition to hardware, SAIC Audi connects applications under the Tencent and Alibaba ecosystems according to the preferences of Chinese users, and provides services such as QQ music, Tencent mini scenes, and AutoNavi maps. In addition, the system also supports Apple wireless CarPlay connection, which is really convenient.
At the new Audi A7L level, users pay great attention to material selection and process quality. The test drive is equipped with a high-end executive seat, completely leather-clad with Wagner, ventilation, heating and massage. Inside, large areas of leather materials, wood panels and metal decorations are soft and delicate to the touch, exquisite and exquisite, and every detail can withstand scrutiny, highlighting the sophisticated side of this traditional luxury brand.
Our test-driven Audi A7L 55 TFSI is powered by a 3.0-litre V6 turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 250 kW and a maximum torque of 500 Nm. This engine is equipped with the same 48-volt light mix system as the A8, which can activate the engine start and stop at a speed of 22 km / h, and turn off the engine idle and coast earlier, which has a significant effect on improving emissions. The 7-speed S-tronic wet dual-clutch transmission matched to the engine has a smooth and fast gear change, and the abundant power is coming and the response is extremely fast. In addition to the test-drive 55 TFSI version, the Audi A7L is also available in a 2.0-litre 45 TFSI model with a maximum output of 180 kW and a peak of 370 Nm, also mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
As an old owner of German cars, Throttle Jun naturally resonates with the driving experience of the new A7L. It's an extremely easy-to-use and exciting ride. The moment you drive on the streets of Xiamen, the linear power transmission, the calm chassis and the tight steering can easily trigger the desire to accelerate. Perhaps, the speed of the Audi A7L is not as fast as expected, but the acceleration time of 0-100 km / h in 5.6 seconds will not deceive people. When accelerating sharply, the sound of the vehicle's engine is great, full of mechanical texture and thickness. For the owner of this car, an elegant and comfortable trip is far more important than a quick ride.
In addition to the entry-level model, the new A7L is equipped with Audi's proud quattro intelligent four-wheel drive system. Through intelligent distribution, torque is rapidly transmitted between the wheels, and the four wheels can firmly grasp the ground, and the handling stability has gone up to a higher level. Even in the face of intense on-site pilings, the vehicle's solid chassis system remains stable, allowing the vehicle to smoothly navigate through sharper curves, making testing easy.
In city cruises, the vehicle's comfortable mode is sufficient for everyday driving, smooth and economical. In addition, the new Audi A7L offers four other driving mode options, including energy saving, automatic, dynamic and personalization. If you're a tech driver who's willing to drive, you can also get more custom driving fun in power, suspension, and steering through the personalized settings interface of the center console.
Although the Audi A7L is more than 5 meters long, it is quite flexible to drive. The 55 TFSI model comes standard with dynamic all-wheel steering, making it easy for the huge body to cruise around downtown Xiamen. The system allows the rear wheels to be adjusted to the left and right 5 degrees, achieving a minimum turning radius of 5.9 meters at low speeds, improving the stability and comfort of the vehicle's corners at speeds above 60 km/h.
As the journey continues, the vehicle's L2+ advanced driver assistance system is on display. Traffic assistance at the front intersection, lane keeping with emergency assist, lane change assist, full-speed domain adaptive cruise, and a 3D panoramic imaging system can help drivers take control of the vehicle and reduce the fatigue of long driving.
The new Audi A7L
Basic price (10,000 RMB): 45.97-77.77
Body type: front-facing front-drive/four-wheel drive, four-door five-seat medium and large sedan
Engines: 3.0 L V6 turbo, 250 kW @ 5000-6400 rpm, 500 Nm @ 1370-4500 rpm, 2.0 L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 180 kW @ 5000-6500 rpm, 370 Nm @ 1600-4300 rpm
Transmission: 7-stop wet dual clutch
Body size (mm) (length/width/height): 5076/1908/1429
Wheelbase (mm): 3026
Luggage compartment volume (L): 386/361
Acceleration(s) from 0-100 km/h: 5.6-7.9
It's worth buying: elegant shape, quiet cabin, excellent powertrain
Consider again: competitors of the same level are also very strong
Recommended Index: ★★★★★ (5 stars)
Along the roundabout, the carriages are quiet and pleasant. Active air suspension and aviation-grade multi-layer silent glass have contributed a lot to the vehicle NVH project. Dappled tree shadows spilled over the car through the skylights, accompanied by B&O 3D surround sound, and we forgot about the V6 engine. For the "newcomer" SAIC Audi, in addition to luxury, providing such a refined style is the charm that attracts loyal fans.